STEM London Conference - Computer Science Strand - 7 November 2023 CE303 / D82
Summary
STEM Conference
Tuesday 7th November 2023 @UCL, WC1H
COMPUTING STRAND
- Enjoy an action-packed day of seminars, workshops and talks,
- Develop your subject knowledge and learn from STEM education experts,
- Fantastic networking opportunities among like-minded practitioners - gain exciting new ideas, approaches, and resources that you can share with your whole team,
- Explore an unmissable exhibition offering activities, equipment, and resources to support STEM teaching and learning, with competitions and giveaways,
- Tailor-make your day to ensure the conference is perfect just for you.
Session Options - Register for ONE workshop from each Session below :
SESSION 1 (11:00-12:00)
Option A Physical computing kit - KS1 BeeBots
Option B Online safety through primary computing
Option C Preparing for Ofsted in secondary computing
Option D The Computing Quality Framework - driving change within your school (all KS)
SESSION 2 (13:30-14:35)
Option A Online safety through primary computing
Option B Introduction to the micro:bit in KS2
Option C Physical computing - KS3 micro:bit
Option D Physical computing - KS4 Raspberry Pi Pico
SESSION 3 (14:30-15:30)
Option A Physical computing - KS2 Crumble
Option B Preparing for Ofsted in primary computing
Option C Encouraging girls into GCSE computer science
Option D The Computing Quality Framework - driving change within your school(all KS)
Option E STEM Clubs – How to be thriving and successful (all KS)
Who is it for?
Computer Science teachers
What topics are covered?
- Hands on training for computing physical kits - Crumbles / Microbits / Beebots / Raspberry Pis
- Hear the latest guidance on on-line safety and preparing for Ofsted
- Learn how how the Computing Quality Framework can help primary and secondary schools to review, develop, and monitor their computing curriculum, identifying strengths and areas for development.
- Explore the big picture with the current gender imbalance in GCSE computer science between girls and boys. Be part of discussions around reasons for this gap, including, lack of role models, unconscious bias, and a non-inclusive curriculum amongst others. Consider different strategies inside and outside of the classroom to support the narrowing of the gap before finally planning effective interventions in KS3 to improve the uptake in your own school.
and much more
How long is this course?
This day-long conference will offer short workshops and briefings throughout the day
Who is the course leader?
Outcomes
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEM London Conference - Computer Science Strand | 07 November 2023 | 09:30-15:30 | UCL |
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Fees & Subsidies
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Are you a state-funded Special School or PRU unit? You may be eligible for reduced course fees and even subsidies. Get in touch to check your eligibility and book your place directly. You can see our fees and subsidy information here.
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